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Only steps from the ocean!

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Property grounds
Enjoy coffee on the front porch !
Interior detail
Living area
Cozy reading area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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York Beach, ME
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Only steps from the ocean!

This quintessential 1920's beach cottage has been newly furnished and decorated. With an ample living room, separate dining room and kitchen, you can enjoy this three-bedroom ocean view cottage. There are two DESIGNATED, on-site, guest-parking spaces. WIFI, cable, smart TV, washer/dryer, outdoor shower, linens, and beach chairs are provided. Great backyard for outdoor BBQ's.

HOA rules: NO PETS, NO SMOKING

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest must agree to general house rules.
Assigned Parking only. No pets permitted by the Homeowner's Association. No smoking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4608047
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

York Beach

Located in York Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Water Country is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Short Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Center For Wildlife are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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York Beach, ME

What's nearby

  • Long Sands Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Short Sands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 14 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪York Beach Beer Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Basket - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Only steps from the ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Only steps from the ocean! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Only steps from the ocean! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Only steps from the ocean! ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Only steps from the ocean! located?

Located in York Beach, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Sands Beach and Short Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to heach

Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Absolutely everything you could want is within walking distance. Clean and Comfortable home in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Hi John and Liz, Thanks so much for choosing Sea Glass Cottage. Joan, our housekeeper, was just delighted with the way you left the cottage and said it was nice to have such caring guests. We truly appreciate your visit and hope to see you again. Sincerely, Colleen and Gary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and well-supplied for our stay

We stayed the week of 4th of July and the house was very well-equipped which made our stay so easy. Friends who were also staying in York were jealous of our location. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2024
Thank you so much Kenneth! So glad you enjoyed your stay at Sea Glass Cottage! Have a wonderful rest of your summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive and accommodating. The house was clean and very well stocked. It’s a very short walk to the beach, the general store, and the ice cream shop! We will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cottage

Seaglass Cottage was in the perfect location - close to family and an easy walk to Long Sands, the General Store, and the Dairy Bar, which was ideal with two young children. The cottage was charmingly decorated and well-equipped. The front porch and the private deck off the bedroom provided enjoyable spaces to relax. The Welcome Basket was a wonderful and unexpected touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, well maintained house

My family was very pleased with our stay. (Family Of 5 with teens). The house was perfectly located within walking distance to Long Sands, as well as a few eateries. The property was very clean and organized. Communication with the owner was excellent. Thank you Colleen and Gary. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2024
Dear Sarah and Family, Thank you so much for choosing to stay at Sea Glass Cottage, you were just delightful guests! So happy that your family had an enjoyable vacation. It's a great place to make memories! Wishing you a wonderful rest of your year! Best, Colleen and Gary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

York Vacation

We had an excellent trip and the house we rented came exactly as advertised. Both the owner and property manager were very responsive. York is a great family friendly vacation spot and the location of the house was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation at a wonderful cottage!

The cottage was in a perfect location for us with family around us. Beautiful views on the porches, clean and quiet. One bathroom was the only downside, but we made it work! Would definitely make this our vacation spot again and yes, the cooler with more gifts inside was an awesome cottage welcome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Dear Valerie, We are so glad you had a great vacation surrounded by your family. Thank you so much for your kind words. We enjoyed having you as our guests and happy that you found everything to your liking. Thanks again for choosing Sea Glass Cottage! We hope to see you again. Kindest Regards, Colleen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

everything you could want

We loved staying here. The attention to detail by the owners; Colleen & Gary really made the stay wonderful. The decor was beautiful and we loved having two porches. We were worried about noise (there's a restaurant nearby - Stones Throw, which is also wonderful) but it was quiet in the evenings. Joan is their property manager and the place was spotless when we arrived. We met her and so happy we did! We've been staying on Long Sands for 10 years and this was by far, the best suited, comfy, filled with amenities and we even received a gift basket with 2 bathrobes (to keep!). Thank you Colleen, Gary & Joan for a wonderful, welcoming, relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Dear Ellen and Family, Thank you for your kind words. We are so glad you had a relaxing stay. Our property manager could not stop talking about how nice you were and how you left the property in such beautiful condition. I wish I had a chance to meet you! It was so very sweet of you to recognize Joan (she works so hard, and that doesn't happen too often). She was overwhelmed with your gift too. I am so glad you found everything comfortable. This is just our second year, and we are making improvements each year, so it will get better and better for our guests. Hope to see you again. Have a wonderful rest of your summer! Kindest Regards, Colleen and Gary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Nice cottage, great location!

We had a wonderful week for our stay here! When we first arrived were first welcomed by some very nice baskets of goodies that we used throughout the week. The cottage was very clean and well maintained, and we loved the view of the ocean from the upstairs balcony. Could have just sat there the whole week! The location could not have been better. A block walk to the beach, Stones Throw restaurant, the North Sands General store, and trolley stop made driving almost obsolete. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Thank you so much Todd! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. You left the property in such beautiful shape too. We hope to see you again next year! Have a wonderful rest of your summer!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Great Location, Great Cottage

Seaglass Cottage was the perfect fit for our family of 5. It is beautifully (but practically) decorated and had everything we needed for our week at the beach. It is an easy walk to Long Sands and lots of other attractions. Stones Throw restaurant and The General Store at the top of the road were favorites of ours! We also made use of the the trolley to go to York's Wild Kingdom and other Shorts Sands attractions. Colleen (the owner) was wonderful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Hi Sarah, Thank you so very much! I appreciate your kind words. It means a lot to me, especially since this our first venture into renting our beach cottage:) Its equally nice to have such great guests like you. Glad you had a wonderful vacation and hope to see you again! Kindest Regards, Colleen Choisnet
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Great find at Cope Neddick

The Seaglass Cottage is extremely well equipped and supplied, from extra beach towels to a clothes washer and dryer. The cottage is very nicely decorated and very clean. The three bedrooms are very comfortable and spacious. There is a full living room and a nice eating area. Location is just a very short walk to the beach which is certainly an advantage. An open deck and covered porch add to the appeal. Coleen, the owner, is easily contacted and very helpful. We highly recommend Seaglass Cottage if you want a very nice place near the beach at Cape Neddick. Although WiFi and parking are included in the rental, the high fees HomeAway charges are not.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Colleen

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We just purchased this adorable beach cottage with the goal of spending more time with our grandchildren on the east coast and renting it when we are not there. We started from scratch and replaced all of the furnishings and contents. Its beautiful in York Beach Maine with so many things to do, and no need for a car. We hope you will enjoy it too!

Why they chose this property

We want to build memories with our family in New England and love this 1920's beach cottage located across the street from the beach, and so convenient to everything! There are several beaches, trolley, groceries, restaurants, and bars, all withing walking distance.

What makes this property unique

Wonderful beach location within walking distance of restaurants,
markets, general store, ice cream parlor, recreation. Just cross the street to Long Sands Beach or take the trolley to Short Sands Beach, York Harbor or the Nubble Light House. What to do? Plenty ! Light houses, museums, theater, golf, shopping, outlets, cooking school, charter fishing, whale watching, boat cruises, bike tours, nature walks, Goldenrod Taffy store, Wiggly Bridge, concerts, Wild Kingdom, geocaching, Mount Agamenticus, Lobster Eating, bike riding, kite flying, swimming, scuba diving, boating, ice cream binges, and so much more!

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